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Is there any way I can become optimistic again?
17/f
I used to be a really happy person. I used to be optimistic. But things started crashing down, so I started having depression. It's been months since I've had it. I'm trying to get out of depression, so I'm trying to be that optimistic thinker I was before.... Is there any way I can become optimistic again? For example, if something goes bad... How can I learn how to think positive or even forget about it and continue to focus on what's going on, or my school work?
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I've been in your position many times and I know how hard it is. For me it's so much easier to focus on the negative side and not see the positive parts of life.
What you need to do is think about all the good things you have going on. Think about how much WORSE things can be. You could be a homeless person or starving, you could be in jail, you could have cancer. You are very fortunate already.
You should appreciate the good things in life and think about how happy they make you.
What qualities about yourself do you love? What do people give you compliments on? What is special about you? Realize that we are all unique in our own way, and no one is like you.
Make plans that you can look forward to. Even if its as simple as hanging out with a friend, if you have that you can get through the boring parts of the day.
Mix up your life with a new activity. Try a new sport, take a class, take a trip, make new friends, get out there! Theres no way to fail.
And most of all, find the positive in the bad situations. Boring math class? Try talking to someone in there you've never talked to before. Get into an argument with your mom? Put yourself in her position and see what she sees.
Find songs that inspire you and blast them in your room. Music always lifts my mood.
You could also have little pick me ups for when your feeling down. Going for a walk puts me in a good mood, or a mini shopping spree (or even window shopping). Make your favorite dessert or do something nice for someone. You have control over your life and you can make it how you want it.
Positive thinking takes time but once you see the sunny side, it's great.
Good luck,
-Abby
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